In 2024 The OCR World Championships is celebrating its tenth edition, and where else could host such a monumental moment in our history, other than the unreal Mammoth Lakes?
Last year our athletes sang the praises of the beautiful Mammoth Mountain (once they got their breath back! And this year promises to deliver the same stunning challenge: but the one challenge we don’t want you to have is how to plan the best race weekend possible.
Thanks to our partners at Visit Mammoth, we’ve collected the best tips and deals for you below. If you’re not yet fully prepared, here’s everything you need to know to make this the OCR race-cation of the year.
Accommodations in Mammoth Lakes
No place to stay booked? No problem!
As the most popular ski resort in the US, Mammoth Lakes offers a range of accommodation for whatever your needs are; from cozy cabins to luxury hotels. Registration and start line will be based at Canyon Lodge, one of Mammoth Mountains four bases. Not only will athletes benefit from a lower altitude start line, at ~8,300 ft in elevation, but more local amenities, and greater support and atmosphere.
Located just 1 mile from the centre of Mammoth Lakes, athletes can choose to stay right by the start line, or in the village, and never have too far to travel.
Our hosts at Mammoth Lakes Tourism have collected all the best lodging information, with everything you need to know including;
Stays walkable from the Start Line at Canyon Lodge
Lodging near the Village at Mammoth
A complete guide on Mammoth Lakes Lodging
And don’t miss the best offers, exclusively for OCRWC Athletes & guests.
Drive to Mammoth Lakes
Nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, Mammoth Lakes is conveniently reachable for the OCR World Championships by road tripping from California or Nevada Airports. Once you reach the scenic Hwy. 395 on your drive, you’ll sense, “the mountains are calling” as they loom majestically above you. The journey alone is part of the experience, and from whichever direction you arrive, will deliver spectacular scenery sure to lift your spirits.
Choose from Reno, LAX, or SFO for stunning drives to experience the very best of what California has to offer. Click here to discover the best routes, local news and updates, and not-to-be-missed routes.
Restaurants in Mammoth Lakes
Nothing builds an appetite like being out in the mountains, especially when you’re competing in the toughest event of the year.
No matter what you’re craving before or after competing, restaurants in Mammoth Lakes have you covered. From breakfast options to fuel up before your race to places to unwind with a good meal after a day of competition, find the perfect place to dine here.
From casual lunches, to sit down meals, coffee, snacks, or drinks with friends, you can choose from everything from Ramen to burgers and in between. We know traveling can be difficult for our friends with dietary requirements, however you can arrive safe in the knowledge that the restaurants in Mammoth cater for gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, and more.
